Orchid
Orchids are prized for their uniquely beautiful exotic blooms. They also make excellent air purifiers! This isn’t the easiest plant to care for, but the flowers will endure with a bit of care and experience. It is common to over water an orchid; they should be allowed to take up water from the bottom of the pot 1-2 times per week, early in the day.
Spider Plant
For a non-toxic house plant that purifies the air in your home, spider plant is an excellent choice! It’s easy to care for, requiring moderate amounts of moisture and light, and can easily be propagated to produce more spider plants!
Peace Lily
If you want a low maintenance plant that freshens your air and blooms indoors all year, this is your best bet. They are also known to release moisture into the air which creates a soothing environment. Peace lilies are low maintenance and tolerate low light which makes them a great choice for the home.
English Ivy
English Ivy is known to filter mold and animal feces out of the air and is an excellent way to ease to indoor allergies. It’s easy to grow and works well in hanging baskets. English Ivy prefers mid-to-high levels of light and moderate temperatures.
Golden Pothos
This is an extremely easy plant to grow indoors. The cascading foliage works well in hanging baskets or on a ledge, and they can even be trained to climb up poles or walls! Make sure to give your pothos indirect light and plenty of ventilation, and keep the soil slightly moist while taking care not to overwater.
Boston Fern
These gorgeous ferns are known to filter formaldehyde and xylene out of the air. They work well in hanging baskets or traditional pots. Place your Boston Fern in indirect light and mist with water frequently to prevent leaf drop. To boost moisture, you can place your pot on top of a shallow tray filled with small rocks and water.
Snake Plant
This houseplant filters trichloroethylene, formaldehyde, benzene, and xylene out of the air. These chemical byproducts are common indoors and can lead to headaches, irritations, and other ailments. The snake plant is easy to care for and requires very little light and water. This is a plant that definitely won’t mind when you go on vacation!
**Some house plants are known to be toxic to small animals and children. Please take care to research the toxicity of plants before introducing them to your home!**
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